Foggy Day In London Town
Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald
I was a stranger in the city
Out of town were the people I knew
I had that feeling of self-pity
What to do? What to do? What to do?
The outlook was decidedly blue
But as I walked through the foggy streets alone
It turned out to be the luckiest day I've known
A foggy day in London Town
Had me low and had me down
I viewed the morning with alarm
The British Museum had lost its charm
How long, I wondered, could this thing last?
But the age of miracles hadn't passed,
For, suddenly, I saw you there
And through foggy London Town
The sun was shining everywhere.
Out of town were the people I knew
I had that feeling of self-pity
What to do? What to do? What to do?
The outlook was decidedly blue
But as I walked through the foggy streets alone
It turned out to be the luckiest day I've known
A foggy day in London Town
Had me low and had me down
I viewed the morning with alarm
The British Museum had lost its charm
How long, I wondered, could this thing last?
But the age of miracles hadn't passed,
For, suddenly, I saw you there
And through foggy London Town
The sun was shining everywhere.
Foggy Day In London Town - Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald's rendition of 'Foggy Day In London Town' exemplifies her mastery of the swing genre and her unparalleled vocal precision. As a defining figure of the Great American Songbook, Fitzgerald transformed this classic standard into a showcase of her technical brilliance and emotional depth. Her interpretation, characterized by fluid phrasing and impeccable timing, highlights her ability to navigate complex melodies with grace. This recording stands as a testament to her status as one of the most celebrated jazz vocalists of the 20th century, capturing the essence of mid-century swing while maintaining the timeless appeal of the original composition.